What an I do to get sole custody and change child's last name?

If you wish to enforce the child support order, the government provides many resources to assist with that objective. When there is a child...

How will my custody and case be affected if I am found guilty of the contempt charge my ex husband has placed against me?

If there is still a GAL involved in the case, the judge will look closely at the report given by the GAL with regard to the children's best...

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Will someone agree to assist me before it's too late? It's been about 6 months since I was refunded $231 of $1545,moved 6/2/13

Generally, this type of case is handled in small claims court without the use of a lawyer. There is an abundance of resources for self help...

My ex wife is refusing to comply with the court order ordering her to change our daughter's surname to mine. What should I do?

I would only add, if you have a court order establishing your child's last name, you could contact the Illinois Dept of Public Health - Vital...

Can the non custodial parent make change on his own?

If you are enrolled in the State program for child support enforcement, then the non custodial parent may indeed receive notices thru that program...

How much it might cost me to get my husband who work in South Carolina served with divorce papers?

Presumably, you may be filing a divorce on your own, without a lawyer. However, it may be wise to talk to a lawyer in Chicago who has handled...

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Can I prosecute my ex wife for her destruction she has caused to me and my children?

A good resource in defending against DCFS action is the Family Defense Center. http://www.familydefensecenter.org/

Parental Kidnapping/Abduction JPA signed March 2013 (Short hand used for space needed)

I agree with attorney Goldstein. You are right in seeking to move quickly, as time is of the essence in these matters. After six months of...

I issued a subpoena Duces Tecum (Records Only) to be complied within 14 days for my ex-wives accountant. He will not respond.

The request for production should be directed to the ex-wife rather than her accountant. The tax office may be able to make a valid claim of...

How can I adopt my nephew 17 soon to be 18 years old?

The question doesn't state whether the nephew is orphaned or whether the parents are absent or otherwise consent to the proposed adoption. This is...